The Climbers Code

From Bars to Byline: How Prison Journalism Saved My Life Pt. 1

I didn’t expect to end up in prison. I was caught up in an extremist cult, carrying the weight of choices I wish I could undo, thinking my life was basically over. But behind those walls, I stumbled into something that changed everything, journalism. Writing gave me a way to process the chaos, to tell the truth, and to find pieces of myself I thought were gone. In this episode, I’m opening up about how reporting from a prison cell didn’t just help me survive, it gave me something to live for. If you’ve ever felt stuck, broken, or like your past is chasing you, this is a story about how finding your voice can be the beginning of everything.

Hunter in a Cage: ADHD & Mass Incarceration

In this eye-opening mini podcast, we explore the often-overlooked connection between ADHD and incarceration. Research shows that up to 50% of incarcerated individuals may have undiagnosed ADHD—a silent factor behind impulsive choices, authority clashes, and struggles with structure. As someone who’s lived behind the walls and fought for self-awareness, I break down how ADHD shapes behavior behind bars—and how understanding it could be the first step toward healing, growth, and breaking generational cycles. 🔒 If your mind's always been in overdrive or your energy misread as aggression, this one’s for you. 🧠 Topics include: • Why ADHD often goes undiagnosed in inmates • The "hunter in a farmer's world" theory • Dopamine, adrenaline, and risky decision-making • How prison can be both a trigger and a chance for clarity

The Unbelievable True Story of Redemption

From prison to purpose: #prison [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/prison] #free [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/free] #motivation [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/motivation] After robbing a jewelry store and spending nearly a decade behind bars, this man didn’t waste his time—he transformed it. From a prison cell, he became a published author, respected journalist, and powerful public speaker. Now free, he’s starring in a documentary, cast in an upcoming action movie, and—most importantly—back home with his children. This is a story about second chances, self-discovery, and the climb from rock bottom to redemption. Don’t miss it.